Kim Paatsch
Footscray,Vic
Summary
Versatile curriculum development professional with a proven track record in crafting tailored curricula and programs for diverse student populations. Adept at designing professional learning curricula for educators within school settings. Enthusiastic about learning and collaborates effectively with specialists to identify optimal training methods. Accomplished coordinator known for exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and a flexible mindset. Proficient in analysing student and course data to inform strategic decision-making for future plans and materials. Demonstrates the capability to manage multiple projects concurrently with a commitment to precision.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Years Curriculum Leader
Melbourne Girls’ College
01.2023 - Current
- Strategic development: Setting and targeting curriculum specific goals as part of the development of the school Annual Implementation Plan following the direction of the School Strategic Review.
- Developing and publishing whole school policies.
- Planning, developing and leading various professional learning for teaching staff members for the 88 teaching staff members.
- Leadership and co-ordination: Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to plan and manage external examinations and related administration at the school.
- Sourcing, employing, managing, and approving payment for a team made up of 20 external exam supervisors.
- Leading and managing group of 18 middle leaders regarding curriculum development, assessment and reporting and system processes.
- Administrative: Working collaboratively to review, edit and complete publication of official school documentation.
- Teaching and Learning: Reviewing class data sets, planning and developing curriculum for VCE Vocational Major program subjects; VCE English classes and targeted Literacy Intervention tutoring.
- Completing ongoing summative and formative assessment and reporting for my classes.
Literacy Leading Teacher
Williamstown High School Bayview Campus
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Strategic development: Setting and targeting key literacy related goals as part of the development of the school Annual Implementation Plan following the direction of the school Strategic Review.
- Completing assessment and analysis of cohort literacy data to guide teaching and learning for teaching teams.
- Researching, sourcing and overseeing the implementation of specific learning programs for English team.
- Planning, developing and leading various professional learning for teaching staff members.
- Leadership and Co-ordination: Leading and guiding numerous teams to implement key literacy initiatives at the school.
- Coaching select staff members with teaching and learning practices.
- Liaising with external stakeholder Student Assessment Manager to lead and manage the Middle Years Literacy and Numeracy Support initiative at the school.
- Sourcing, organising and facilitating external training for select staff embers.
- Administrative: Overseeing the collection and analysis of standardised reading and writing data middle years students and responding to trends in this data on a system level.
- Teaching and Learning: Planning, developing and delivering curriculum for my Year 8 English, Year 7 English, Year 8 Humanities classes
- Developing an individualised literacy program for specific Year 8&9 ‘at risk’ students at the school.
- Completing ongoing summative and formative assessment and reporting for my classes.
MYLNS Network Improvement Teacher
Gilmore Girls’ College, Williamstown High School and Footscray High School
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Teacher: Targeted Literacy Intervention
Literacy Leading Teacher
Glenroy College
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Roles: Leading Teacher and English Domain Leader
- Teacher: English, Literacy, VCAL, Humanities
Teacher
Quintin Kynaston School
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Subjects: Junior English, GCSE English, A Levels Media
Teacher
St Mary’s School
01.2009 - 01.2009
- Subjects: English, Opening Minds
English Domain Leader
Chandler Secondary College
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Subjects: English, Literacy, Humanities
Literacy Teacher
Wodonga Middle Years College
01.2007 - 01.2007
- Subjects: Intensive Literacy program
Teacher
Flying Fruit Fly Circus School
01.2006 - 01.2006
- Subjects: Junior Science, Junior Humanities
- Circus Responsibilities: Transporting and supervising students to circus practice, assisting at circus performances on weekends and evenings where requested.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
La Trobe University
Wodonga, VICPost Graduate Diploma - Education
La Trobe University
Wodonga, VICAssociate Training - Structured Language And Literacy
Institute For Multisensory Language Education
2023
No Degree - Leadership Development Program
Brené Brown Dare To Lead
2023
Skills
- Organised, highly motivated, self-reflective leader who can motivate and support diverse teams
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills
- High emotional intelligence and social awareness, empathetic and approachable nature
- Rigorous approach to using evidence and data analysis to drive improved outcomes
- Demonstrated leadership of curriculum development and pedagogical improvement
- Advanced digital skills encompass proficient use of administrative platforms, mastery of specific learning management systems, adept engagement with performance reporting and data systems, and extensive experience with large database systems
Additional Experience And Skillset
- Heavy Vehicle License 2006
- VCCA VCE English Assessor 2017
- IMSL Associate Tutor 2021-2022
- Lexis Education 3L Tutor Trainer- Language and Literacy for Learning 2022
Hobbies and Interests
- A social, confident and optimistic person who enjoys working in teams to solve problems and produce positive outcomes.
- Genuinely interested in the betterment of individuals and society.
- Reflective and committed to continuous self-improvement.
- Committed to being healthy and active through yoga, cycling and running.
- Avid reader of a range of fiction and non-fiction texts.
- Keen gardener.
References
Available on request.
Timeline
Senior Years Curriculum Leader
Melbourne Girls’ College
01.2023 - Current
Literacy Leading Teacher
Williamstown High School Bayview Campus
01.2021 - 01.2022
MYLNS Network Improvement Teacher
Gilmore Girls’ College, Williamstown High School and Footscray High School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Literacy Leading Teacher
Glenroy College
01.2012 - 01.2018
Teacher
Quintin Kynaston School
01.2010 - 01.2011
Teacher
St Mary’s School
01.2009 - 01.2009
English Domain Leader
Chandler Secondary College
01.2008 - 01.2009
Literacy Teacher
Wodonga Middle Years College
01.2007 - 01.2007
Teacher
Flying Fruit Fly Circus School
01.2006 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - English
La Trobe University
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
La Trobe University
Associate Training - Structured Language And Literacy
Institute For Multisensory Language Education
No Degree - Leadership Development Program
Brené Brown Dare To Lead
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